The Most Natural Way to Replace Missing Teeth
Dental implants are the most permanent and natural solution for replacing one or more missing teeth. They consist of a lightweight titanium post that is placed into your jaw to act like a natural tooth root and support a custom dental crown.
Dental implants look, feel, and function just like your own teeth allowing you to eat, speak, and smile with confidence. Best of all, they require no special care beyond normal brushing and flossing.
The Two-Step Implant Process
The implant process happens in two main stages:
First, the titanium root form is surgically placed into the jawbone. As your jaw heals, the bone grows around the implant in a process called osseointegration, securely anchoring it in place.
Once healing is complete, a custom crown is created and attached to the implant. This crown is carefully shaped and colored to match your natural teeth making your implant virtually indistinguishable from the rest of your smile.
Preventing Bone Loss with Dental Implants
When a tooth is lost, the jawbone beneath it begins to shrink over time. This bone loss can lead to facial collapse, premature aging, and shifting teeth.
Dental implants prevent this process by acting like natural tooth roots and keeping the bone stimulated and healthy.
If bone loss has already occurred, a bone graft can be placed to rebuild a stable foundation for the implant.
Anchoring Dentures with Dental Implants
If you are missing all of your teeth, dental implants can dramatically improve the comfort and stability of dentures.
Traditional dentures rest on the gums, which can cause:
- Slipping or movement while eating or speaking
- Painful sore spots
- Reduced taste due to coverage of the palate
With just a few dental implants, dentures can be securely anchored in place creating a stronger bite, better comfort, and improved confidence.
